RIP Chef Damu: From dishwasher to respected name of culinary world - Top facts about Cooku with Comali judge Damordaran
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The culinary world mourns the loss of Chef Damu, a Padma Shri winner and television judge who significantly promoted Tamil cuisine and trained thousands of cooks, including those in state midday-meal schemes.
Chef Damu, the Padma Shri-winning chef and Cooku with Comali judge, died at 72 after a period of ill health. Known for promoting Tamil cuisine, he held three Guinness records, authored cookbooks, and trained thousands of cooks, including workers in Tamil Nadu’s midday-meal scheme.
Padma Shri is one of India's highest civilian honors, recognizing distinguished contributions in various fields including art, literature, and public service. Guinness World Records recognize global achievements across a wide range of human endeavors and talents.
- •Tributes and memorial services from the culinary community and television industry
- •Announcements regarding the future of the show Cooku with Comali following his passing